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Immersed Festival – Cardiff, University of South Wales – 30 January 2021

Immersed Festival – Cardiff, University of South Wales – 30 January 2021

Posted by | Feb 6, 2021 | ,

It is coming up to a year since the ÜK live music industry went into virtual shutdown, thanks to the ongoing global pan(dem)ic which has swept through the Überverse and decimated so many lives. With seemingly no light at the end of the tunnel, at least for the foreseeable future, and no sign of any form of “normal” shows, as we once knew them, returning any time soon, artists and bands have had to find new ways of engaging and interacting with their audiences, and promoting their product – never mind selling it and thus keeping a roof over their heads and allow them to plot a course into the future. While some of the bigger, more established, names have had the wherewithal to re-invent their communication and promotional channels, perhaps hardest hit have been what we can perhaps best describe as the next generation… the new breed of young, up-and-coming artistes who would have relied on blagging an invaluable support slot on a bigger bill to spread their message and showcase their talents to wider audiences… which brings us neatly to the subject (sic) in hand…

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Wardruna – ‘Kvitravn’ (Music For Nations)

Wardruna – ‘Kvitravn’ (Music For Nations)

Posted by | Feb 5, 2021 | ,

To be honest, it is virtually impossible to know where to start with an assessment of this powerful piece of music, as it not only defies many perceived modern conventions but also feeble, inane categorization, compartmentalization and, in many places, description and elucidation, as mere words are not enough to capture and transfer the deep feelings which it evokes. It was extremely tempting for Monk to just leave this review with two words – and they are “sublime genius”. But, of course, he has to say more than that, and so he’ll attempt to convey the beauty and depth of this true masterpiece of musical art.

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Immersed Festival – Cardiff, University of South Wales – 29 January 2021

Immersed Festival – Cardiff, University of South Wales – 29 January 2021

Posted by | Feb 5, 2021 | ,

It is coming up to a year since the ÜK live music industry went into virtual shutdown, thanks to the ongoing global pan(dem)ic which has swept through the Überverse and decimated so many lives. With seemingly no light at the end of the tunnel, at least for the foreseeable future, and no sign of any form of “normal” shows, as we once knew them, returning any time soon, artists and bands have had to find new ways of engaging and interacting with their audiences, and promoting their product – never mind selling it and thus keeping a roof over their heads and allow them to plot a course into the future. While some of the bigger, more established, names have had the wherewithal to re-invent their communication and promotional channels, perhaps hardest hit have been what we can perhaps best describe as the next generation… the new breed of young, up-and-coming artistes who would have relied on blagging an invaluable support slot on a bigger bill to spread their message and showcase their talents to wider audiences… which brings us neatly to the subject (sic) in hand…

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Black TarPoon – ‘The Thad EP’ (Self-Released)

Black TarPoon – ‘The Thad EP’ (Self-Released)

Posted by | Feb 5, 2021 | ,

Black TarPoon have been around since 2014. Over the last five years, they’ve created a sound blended on classic Americana, blues and country with a gritty edge. With a nod towards the likes of Clutch and Goddamn Gallows, their tracks have a groove that creates an instant earworm while the lyrics, holding an edge of dark humour, tackle real life issues such as addiction and family life. This blend gives them an edge which has made them ones to watch within their local scene. 2021 sees them gearing up to release a new full length with ‘Probable Caws’; however, to ignite a further interest in what is to come, they have re-released 2020’s ‘The Thad EP’ on vinyl.

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Boozewa – ‘First Contact’ (Self-Released)

Boozewa – ‘First Contact’ (Self-Released)

Posted by | Feb 4, 2021 | ,

It’s no secret that , like a lot of us, Jonny B is partial to a little bit of the old delicious booze. Hell, like most people, it’s probably one of the few things that keeps life exciting at the moment! So when he came across a band whose name is simply Boozewa, it immediately caught his attention. With a promise of two of his favourite things – bottom shelf scotch and top shelf riffs – it made sense that JB should let himself get abducted away for his ‘First Contact’…

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